Ketchikan Gateway Borough

Ketchikan Gateway Borough The Ketchikan Gateway Borough will generally respond to questions and/or comments during regular hours of operation Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The Ketchikan Gateway Borough welcomes you to its official page. The intended purpose of establishing this page is to share information from the Borough, about the Borough, to its citizens and visitors alike. Here you will find news regarding official Borough business as well as current events and information. The main internet presence and official news source for the Ketchikan Gateway Borough is the Borough's website at www.kgbak.us

A comment posted by the member of the public on this page is the opinion of the commentator or poster only, and publication of a comment does not imply endorsement of, or agreement by, the Ketchikan Gateway Borough, nor do such comments necessarily reflect the opinions of the Ketchikan Gateway Borough. This page is considered a limited public forum and is not an open public forum for any and all communication. Accordingly, we ask that you abide by the following posting guidelines. Any messages that include any of the following will be deleted and/or restricted:
• Comments supporting or opposing political campaigns or ballot measures
• Profane, obscene, violent, or sexual content and/or language
• Content that promotes or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation
• Defamatory or personal attacks
• Threats to any person or organization
• Solicitations of commerce, including but not limited to advertising of businesses or products
• Conduct or encouragement of illegal activity
• Content that violates a legal ownership interest of any other party
• Information that may tend to compromise the safety or security of the public or public systems
• Comments on topics or issues not within the jurisdictional purview of the Borough may be removed

There are seven (7) voting precincts in the Ketchikan Gateway Borough for the October 6, 2026 Regular Borough or City El...
09/28/2026

There are seven (7) voting precincts in the Ketchikan Gateway Borough for the October 6, 2026 Regular Borough or City Election. The polling places will be open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. on election day.
- Gateway Recreation center
- The Plaza
- AMHS Ferry Terminal
- North Tongass Fire Station No. 6
- North Tongass Fire Station No. 8
- Saxman Community Center
- South Tongass Alliance Church
Find your polling place using the Polling Place Locator tool at https://www.elections.alaska.gov/election-polls/

🗳️ Getting Ready for Election Day!Our poll workers recently completed training in preparation for the October 6 Borough ...
09/28/2026

🗳️ Getting Ready for Election Day!

Our poll workers recently completed training in preparation for the October 6 Borough Election.

These community members play an important role in helping Election Day run smoothly, from assisting voters to following election procedures and maintaining the security of ballots and voting equipment.

Thank you to everyone serving our community as an election worker!

It’s a cats-only week at Ketchikan Gateway Borough Animal Protection - all of our dogs have found homes! ❤️ We currently...
09/26/2026

It’s a cats-only week at Ketchikan Gateway Borough Animal Protection - all of our dogs have found homes! ❤️

We currently have four adult cats waiting for their own happy endings:
🐱 Bola – DLH brown tabby, adult female
🐱 Boo – DSH black, adult female
🐱 Spruce – DLH black, adult male
🐱 Willow – DSH Siamese, adult female Animals for the ad

Each of these cats has their own personality and is waiting for the right person to walk through the door.

If you’ve been thinking about adding a feline friend to your family, stop by and meet them! You just might find the one who is meant to go home with you.

📍 Ketchikan Gateway Borough Animal Protection |1111 Stedman Street, Ketchikan
📞 (907) 228-6660
🕙 Monday–Saturday, 10 AM–5 PM |Closed 12–1 PM

https://www.kgbak.us/131/Animal-Protection-Code-Enforcement

❤️ Because Every Tail Deserves A Happy Ending.

The Ketchikan International Airport will conduct its triennial emergency response drill on Saturday, September 26, from ...
09/25/2026

The Ketchikan International Airport will conduct its triennial emergency response drill on Saturday, September 26, from approximately 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM.

The FAA-mandated exercise will simulate a major aircraft accident and include emergency responders, law enforcement, community volunteers, live fire and crisis actors portraying injured passengers.

During the drill, the community may see an increased presence of emergency vehicles at the airport and traveling between the airport and hospital. Simulated triage centers will also be established at both locations.

This is a planned emergency exercise and there is no cause for alarm. Regular emergency services will not be affected.

For questions, contact the Airport Operations Manager at 907-228-6688 or [email protected].

More information: kgbak.us/1044/2026-Triennial-Drill

Featured Animal of the Week - Boo! Sweet Boo is an adult, black Domestic Shorthair who is looking for a very special per...
09/25/2026

Featured Animal of the Week - Boo!

Sweet Boo is an adult, black Domestic Shorthair who is looking for a very special person to call her own. 🖤

Boo has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and currently receives daily medication to manage her condition. Because of this, she needs an adopter who is comfortable providing her medication each day and making sure she continues to receive the care she needs.

In return, you’ll get a wonderful companion! Boo is a friendly, loving cat who deserves a home where she can be cared for, spoiled, and loved. She may need a little extra attention, but we think the right person will agree that Boo is absolutely worth it.

Could you be Boo’s special adopter? Come meet her at the shelter!

📍 Ketchikan Gateway Borough Animal Protection |1111 Stedman Street, Ketchikan
📞 (907) 228-6660
🕙 Monday–Saturday, 10 AM–5 PM |Closed 12–1 PM

https://www.kgbak.us/131/Animal-Protection-Code-Enforcement

❤️ Because Every Tail Deserves A Happy Ending.

09/24/2026

📣The FREE Downtown Shuttle is wrapping up for the season! 🍂

Thanks for riding with us all summer long—whether you were exploring the Totem Heritage Center, shopping the 🛍️ Plaza Mall, or just enjoying the ride, we loved having you aboard!

As the days get shorter 🌇 and the breeze a little chillier 🍃, the shuttle is slowing down. Here's the final loop before we say see you next summer! ☀️

📅 Remaining Shuttle Dates:
✅ Sept 21–26: 6:30am – 6:30pm
🚫 Sept 27–30: No Shuttle
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✅ Oct 1: 6:30am – 6:30pm
✅ Oct 2: 6:30am – 4:30pm
🚫 Oct 3–5: No Shuttle
✅ Oct 6: 7:30am – 6:30pm
🚫 Oct 7: No Shuttle
✅ Oct 8: 6:30am – 2:00pm
✅ Oct 9: 6:30am – 2:00pm ⬅️ LAST SHUTTLE OF THE 2026 SEASON! 🎉

Don't worry—we'll be back next spring 🌱, ready to roll, and ready to ride.

See you on The Bus!❤️

Don't let September 30th sneak up on you! The annual Borough property tax payment deadline is September 30, 2026.Payment...
09/23/2026

Don't let September 30th sneak up on you!

The annual Borough property tax payment deadline is September 30, 2026.

Payments must be received by 5:00 p.m. on September 30 to avoid penalties. Payments can be made online, over the phone, in person, or by mail.

The Finance Department payment window is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

If you choose to mail your payment, please note that the U.S. Postal Service does not automatically postmark every piece of mail placed in a mailbox. To ensure your payment is considered timely, go to the Post Office to receive a cancellation stamp (postmark) or allow enough time for your payment to arrive before the deadline.

Pay online at www.kgbak.us/payonline or call the Finance Department at 907-228-6620 for assistance.

Are you interested in the Rotary Beach Improvement Plan? This is your chance. We need your comments!The Ketchikan Gatewa...
09/23/2026

Are you interested in the Rotary Beach Improvement Plan? This is your chance. We need your comments!

The Ketchikan Gateway Borough is seeking funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) for the Rotary Beach Improvements Phase II- North Parking Lot Seawall Replacement.

The Assembly will consider Resolution 3206 at its regular meeting on October 05, 2026, held in the Assembly chambers of the White Cliff Bldg., 1900 First Ave at 5:30 PM. Online comments may be furnished through September 31, 2026, by 5:00 PM in order to be included and addressed as part of the grant nomination.

For more information, please see link below:
https://www.kgbak.us/144/Public-Works

To submit your comments,
Please email [email protected]

🎉 Mark Your Calendars! 🛍️The Ketchikan Gateway Borough and City of Ketchikan have declared Saturday, October 3, 2026, a ...
09/22/2026

🎉 Mark Your Calendars! 🛍️

The Ketchikan Gateway Borough and City of Ketchikan have declared Saturday, October 3, 2026, a Sales Tax Holiday. On this day, most retail sales will be exempt from sales tax, giving shoppers an opportunity to save while supporting local businesses.

Please note that not all sales are exempt, and merchant participation is optional. The following items and services will still be taxable during the Sales Tax Holiday:

Rentals for more than one day, such as apartments or homes
Public utility services, including internet, cable TV and phone service
Gasoline, diesel and home heating fuel
Goods or services delivered or performed after October 3, except major appliances and furniture delivered within 14 days
Major appliances and furniture delivered more than 14 days after purchase

For businesses: Participating merchants can access the official Notice of Sales Tax Holiday and the required Report of Exempt Sales here:

https://www.kgbak.us/DocumentCenter/View/16882/Sales-Tax-Holiday-10326

These documents include important information about the Sales Tax Holiday and reporting requirements.

Shop local, save and take advantage of this one-day event! 🛍️

Address

1900 First Avenue
Ketchikan, AK
99901

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19072286625

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